NEWS: Insecurity: Southern governors meet in Asaba, ban open grazing; call for national conference

 

Governors from the southern part of Nigeria on Tuesday met in Asaba, Delta State to proffer solutions to killings, kidnapping and other challenges bedevilling the nation.

The governors, Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Nyesom Wike (Rivers), Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Rotimi Akeredolu (Ondo) and others, gathered to address the growing issues of insecurity and other matters affecting their regions. https://saviournicodemus.blogspot.com/2021/05/search-engine-algorithm-of-which-panda.html

It was gathered that Gov Gboyega Oyetola of Osun and his Cross Rivers counterpart, Ben Ayade were absent at the meeting.

DAILY POST reports that the governors, under the aegis of the Southern Nigeria Governors Forum (SNGF), said they condemned open grazing of animals and movement of cattle from the northern part of the country to the south.

The governors also called for a national conference to determine national questions bothering on the nature of Nigeria’s federalism and federal character in national appointments, among other issues.

According to a statement by Gov Abiodun’s Chief Press Secretary, Kunle Somorin, the meeting was an intervention mechanism to stem the worrisome tide of insecurity in the country.

“While the South West has Amotekun, Ebubeagu is the name of the security outfit of the SouthEast region to address region-specific challenges.

“The Southern Nigeria Governors Forum meeting critically evaluated the security challenges in the country, the implications for southern Nigeria and proffered an immediate and long-term solution so as to keep the regions safe and secured for the citizens,” Somorin said in the statement.

NEWS: Those arrested by military in Kano mosque are not Boko Haram members – Families cry out

 

The family of the arrested 13 suspected Boko Haram members in Hotoro Kano, have cried out that those arrested by the military are genuine businessmen and students and not terrorists as claimed.

The Nigerian military had on Saturday said they have arrested about 13 suspected Boko Haram members at Hotoro Kano after intelligence reports on them. https://saviournicodemus.blogspot.com/2021/05/search-engine-algorithm-of-which-panda.html

However, the family who briefed the media, Monday, said those arrested have no connection whatsoever with the dreaded insurgent group.

Abdullahi Ali, spokesperson of the family of those arrested, said for example, Alhaji Usman is the representative of Sheik Ibrahim Saleh who is a renowned Islamic scholar.

He said when the military stormed his House after searching the place and they found nothing, the same person asked them to proceed to his other house where they still didn’t find anything, but still, they left with him.

“Another person, a chemist at the area, is a student at BUK and he had nothing to do with Boko Haram.”

To this end the spokesperson of the suspects, appealed to the military to hasten their investigation on them and possibly take them to court.

“We are praying that our brothers would be taken to court after all possible investigations on them, so that justice will be served on them.”

FCT Minister cancels Eid prayer gathering in Abuja

 

The Minister of Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Mallam Muhammad Musa Bello has disclosed that Eid prayers will not be held at the National Eid prayer ground in Abuja.

Bello, in a press release made available by his Chief Press Secretary, Anthony Ogunleye, on Tuesday, said the decision was in compliance with the COVID-19 renewed restrictions.

He enjoined all worshippers to join the Eid prayers in their neighbourhood and reiterated that indoor worships will only be limited to less than 50 persons.

The minister advised that all COVID-19 guidelines should be adhered to over the third and fourth phase of the pandemic.

“There will be no Eid prayers at the National Eid prayer ground along the Umaru Musa Yar’adua Expressway (Airport Road),” the statement read in part.

“All worshippers are enjoined to hold Eid prayers outdoors within the premises of their neighbourhood Juma’at mosques.

“Indoor worship are to be limited to less than 50% of installed capacity.

“Religious authorities are advised to regulate the flow of people entering and exiting places of worship.

“All non-pharmaceutical intervention protocols of facial coverings, physical distancing and hand washing are to be observed

“All other Eid celebrations and activities should be confined to homes as all public parks, recreation and entertainment centres are to be closed.”

Recall that at the Presidential Steering Committee on COVID-19 briefing on Monday, the National Incident Manager, Mukhtar Mohammed announced a nationwide curfew to curb the spread of the virus.

Army reacts to killing of water melon seller by soldier

 

The Nigerian Army has reacted the report making the rounds that a soldier allegedly shot a watermelon seller to death along Gasau – Sokoto road in Zamfara State.

DAILY POST had reported that a watermelon vendor was shot dead on Monday after demanding his pay from a military personnel who bought the fruit from him and refused to pay.

It was also alleged that some angry youths in the area reacted and chased the soldier into a hotel along Gusau – Sokoto Road.

Reacting, in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Director Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Muhammed Yerima, the NA noted that the General Officer Commanding 8 Division Major, General Usman Yusuf had ordered an investigation into the incident.

The army spokesman stated that the perpetrator would be subjected to investigations and would subsequently be prosecuted if found wanting.

“The NA wishes to state that the sad incident is quite regrettable and condole with the family of the deceased.

“It is worthy of note that the General Officer Commanding 8 Division Major General Usman Yusuf has since commissioned an investigation to unravel the circumstances that led to the altercations which eventually claimed one life as efforts are ongoing to arrest the yet to be identified, perpetrator,” he stated.

The statement, however, debunked the alleged burning of military vehicle by the angry youths during the incident.

It urged residents to remain calm, stating that normalcy had been restored to the affected area.

 

Atayero consoles Adeboye on son’s death, urges him to trudge on in faith

 

Atayero of Aramoko-Ekiti, Omoba Aderemi has sent condolence messages to the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye over the death of his son, late Pastor Dare Adeboye who passed on in his sleep on May 5.

Olusegun Aderemi urged Pastor Adeboye to rejoice and reverence God for the fact that his late son was a true son of Zion before he passed on.

”This testifies to the fact that the young Adeboye is currently in paradise, in blissful and eternal joy and peace. He is enjoying the abundant grace, endless Love and peace of the Almighty who is the creator, director and controller of the universe.

He further said, ” We urge Baba to rejoice and not be sad. What is life? If not to live for a short while and make a lasting impact that would remain memorable forever.

The young deceased Adeboye’s life, though short-lived, was a great one. It was a life worth more than a thousand in one.

He lived, worked and gave himself for God. His last activity on earth was ministering to the People of God.

”Oh, what a great privilege! He was an extremely fortunate being. And he passed on peacefully in his sleep. Oh! What a glorious and peaceful way to die. This is why Baba must rejoice and not be sad. So, Baba please rejoice for the Lord who has given and has taken what belongs to him. He had only asked you to take care of him for a while. And now he has taken him away at the time he wanted. Glory be to God Hallelujah.

2023 presidency: Igbo will occupy Aso Rock, Tinubu, Atiku should step aside – Ohanaeze chieftain

 

The immediate past spokesman of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chuks Ibegbu, on Saturday, vowed to ensure the emergence of an Igbo presidency in 2023.

Ibegbu, who was recently appointed as the Special Envoy on Nigeria Presidency on Ndigbo Extraction by a coalition of Igbo organisations, vowed to put an “executive Zik in Aso Rock in 2023.”

In a terse statement he signed and forwarded to DAILY POST, the Ohanaeze chieftain promised to build bridges with all stakeholders, groups and power points in the country to realise his ambition.

Ibegbu noted that the “Nigeria Presidency is not gotten by sentiments, threats or emotions but through diplomatic persuasion and he will reach out to all Nigerian stakeholders and party leaders to achieve that.”

He called on “presidential aspirants of Igbo extraction to start showing interest now so that the Igbos will be taken serious on the issue.”

The former Ohanaeze’s spokesman also appealed to “Bola Tinubu, National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and others showing interest in 2023 Presidency to sheathe such interest in the overall interest of the nation.”

He called on Nigerians to do everything to ensure peace, unity and progress of the country, stressing that “If Nigeria breaks, Africa and the black race is doomed.”

Ibegbu noted that there has to be political, economic and structural justice in the nation.

He urged people of the Southeast to put their acts together in the pursuit of their legitimate rights in Nigeria and condemned the killings all over the country.

Aso Rock not safe – Nigerians mock presidency over robbery attack

 

President Muhammadu Buhari’s government has been mocked by Nigerians over the attack on Chief of Staff, Ibrahim Gambari’s residence.

The Presidency on Monday night confirmed that there was a foolish attempt to burgle Gambari’s residence.

This is coming at a time where there are concerns in the country about the rising insecurity in the nation.

The recent attack at Aso Rock has stirred reactions from Nigerians who mocked the government over its failure to secure the Presidential villa.

According to them, this is proof that there is no security in the country and that nowhere is safe in Nigeria.

Some Nigerians hoped that the government would act fast on insecurity in the nation following this recent attack.

Here are some comments gathered by DAILY POST from Twitter:

@Leodasilva, “Insecurity is getting closer to you all. Maybe your government will do something about it now?”

@FakhussHashim, “The COS to the President was attacked in the most secure part of Abuja, that’s the ultimate indictment of the state of insecurity in this country. However reductive, Garba Shehu chooses to phrase the incident. Is inconsequential. No one is safe.”

@Ukemeukut, “The fact that they even attempted it should be scary for us.”

@SirChuks, “This is proof that we don’t have security in the country. Failed government.”

@Tutsy22, “Foolish attempt? You are trying to cover up the seriousness of insecurity in Nigeria.”

@TrueNaijaboy, “If you can’t keep yourself safe in ASO Rock there is trouble on the mountain. Buhari should do the honourable thing and just go.”

@Angela201, “I hope we will not wake up one day to be told Aso Rock has been stolen?

@Blessonate, “The fact that there was an “attempt” makes it a big deal.”

@Oluwaseun_top, “That attempt shows a failed system. A place that ought to be one of the most secure in the country. Evidently, we need divine and willing power to get things right. What is the government doing about attacks on security architecture. My major concern! Security operatives are not encouraged.”

@Sir Mubi, “Arrant nonsense. If an attempt can be made within such vicinity then name one place that could be said to be safe in Nigeria.”

@Kingsley, “Aso Rock? No CCTV and alarm systems? So you guys took your chronic incompetence to the villa? Jesus!”

CarloGambino, “Do you cokeheads by any chance even understand the gravity of this supposedly “attempt to burgle” the house of General Buhari’s Chief of Staff? Oh I 100% believe it was successful.”